Are There Any Penalties for Reporting a Missed Collection Incorrectly?

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In Preston, there are no specified penalties for incorrectly reporting a missed bin collection. However, if the bin was not put out for collection on the designated day or by the required time, it will not be collected until the next scheduled collection day, and you cannot report the missed collection after two days.

Here’s a summary of what you need to know:

Misreporting Status Outcome
Reported within 2 days Collection will occur if genuinely missed
Reported after 2 days Wait until the next collection day
Bin not put out on schedule Collection on the next scheduled day
Incorrect items in the bin Collection may be delayed until issues are resolved
Bin not accessible on collection day Collection will be missed until the next schedule

If you think your collection has genuinely been missed, you can report it through the missed collection form. Make sure to check your collection schedule to avoid issues.